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After record settlement in the U.S., Google is under investigation in Brazil
Brazil’s Justice Ministry is investigating Google for the alleged collection of geolocation data from Android and iPhone users without their consent. The investigation could ultimately result in the tech giant being fined up to BRL 12.2 million (USD 2.3 million) and having its services suspended in Brazil.
- The Justice Ministry provided Brasília correspondent Cedê Silva with the technical recommendation supporting the decision to investigate Google through its Consumer Protection Department (Senacon).
Why it matters. Brazil’s data protection laws forbid companies from collecting user data without their explicit consent.
The case. Despite being launched this month, the investigation is inspired by a 2018 AP story that found Google services on Android devices and iPhones stored users’ location data even if they use a privacy setting that says it will prevent...